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Engraved FRENCH Antique POCKET or Muff PISTOL
Guns International #: 101194385 Seller's Inventory #: 8083
Category: Antique Pistols - Percussion - Handguns - French Pistols
Seller's Information
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 1474
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
Engraved FRENCH Antique POCKET or Muff PISTOL
HANDSOME Mid-19th Century HIDEOUT Carry Gun in .44
Here we present a small antique Percussion Pistol, made circa the 1840s in France. This small type of pistol was very popular from the 18th and into the 19th Centuries, in Europe, as well as the colonies. They could be easily stowed in a pocket or in the case of a woman, a fur muff or purse. They were of course made primarily for self-defense, especially in cities or traveling around the countryside.
This specimen features a very nice twist pattern barrel, which turns off of the frame for loading. This was advantageous to the user as shoving a ball with a ramrod via the muzzle was quite difficult. Loading from the breech allowed a larger ball to be used, improving the gas seal and making this diminutive pistol more efficient. The checkered grain of the grip is higher end and beautiful. The frame is nicely engraved. The barrel is marked “Acier”, which means “steel” in French. The barrel is numbered “27”. A very nice and quality concealed carry pistol from 19th Century France.
The overall condition is very good. The iron surfaces have a gray patina. The markings are clear. The wooden grip is in very good condition. The bore is smooth and dark. The action is excellent.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 2-1/2 inch part octagon.
Caliber: .44 percussion
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$765
#8083
SOLD
Antique: Yes